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VocabJLPT N1

equal (in ability)

の-Adjectiveな-AdjectiveNoun

Definitions

1. equal (in ability)
2. even

This noun and な-adjective describes a situation where two opponents are evenly matched in ability or strength, with neither side having a clear advantage. It is commonly used in sports, competitions, and debates.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"The match was even — it ends in a draw," the referee announced.

Sentence 2

My shogi game with my brother yesterday was pretty much neck and neck.

Sentence 3

I think she and I are probably about equal when it comes to cooking.

Sentence 4

Even in this rain, the two of them are really that equal in speed?

Sentence 5

"I managed to make it an even match," he said.